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AWA GP Masterclass
Join us for an intensive two-day virtual training event designed exclusively for General Practitioners. The Africa, West Asia GP Masterclass is a premier opportunity for continuing medical education, featuring cutting-edge updates and comprehensive discussions led by highly qualified and vastly experienced resource persons from Ghana and Nigeria. This program targets key areas in cardiology, endocrinology, neuroscience, malaria, and ophthalmology.
DAY ONE: Focus on Hypertension and Epilepsy
i. Delve into the increasing prevalence of hypertension and its impact on cardiovascular health.
ii. Address the underdiagnoses and stigmatization challenges of epilepsy, enhancing your diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
DAY TWO: Focus on Malaria in Paediatrics and Diabetes Mellitus (DM) with Ocular Complications
i. Gain insights into the diagnosis and management of malaria in paediatric patients, distinguishing it from other febrile conditions.
ii. Explore the complexities of diabetes management, with a special focus on ocular complications and screening protocols.
Interactive Q&A Sessions
Each day's training concludes with a highly interactive Q&A session, allowing you to engage directly with the experts, discuss real-world cases, and clarify your doubts.
Why Participate?
This masterclass is a unique opportunity to enhance your clinical skills and stay abreast of the latest developments in managing prevalent conditions. With a focus on practical, evidence-based strategies and the opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field, this training is not to be missed. Register now to secure your spot in this transformative learning experience and join a network of forward-thinking General Practitioners committed to excellence in patient care.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
This will be a virtual event. It will be streamed LIVE on this page.
Date: Wed the 10th and Thu the 11th of July 2024
Time: 16:00 - 1800 GMT (4:00-6:00 pm Local Time)
Target Audience: General Practitioners (GPs)
The agenda is available to download in the downloads section.
Overview
Course Description
The GP Masterclass is an intensive two-day virtual training event designed for General Practitioners, focusing on the latest advancements in hypertension, epilepsy, malaria in paediatrics, and diabetes mellitus with ocular complications. Featuring highly qualified experts from Ghana and Nigeria, the program offers comprehensive discussions and interactive Q&A sessions, providing participants with cutting-edge knowledge and practical strategies. This masterclass aims to enhance diagnostic and management skills, addressing critical issues such as underdiagnoses, stigmatization, and treatment adherence, ensuring that attendees are well-equipped to improve patient outcomes in their medical practice.
What you will learn
By the end of this comprehensive program, participants will be able to:
1. Highlight the burden and underdiagnoses of epilepsy, addressing the challenge of stigmatization.
2. Upskill healthcare professionals in the better diagnosis and current guideline-directed management therapy of epilepsy.
3. Educate doctors on the current trends in hypertension prevalence and its impact on cardiovascular health, with an emphasis on sub-Saharan Africa.
4. Provide an overview of the latest guideline recommendations for the diagnosis, assessment, and management of hypertension, focusing on evidence-based approaches and treatment strategies.
5. Discuss the key risk factors associated with hypertension, including underlying medical conditions like diabetes and dyslipidaemia.
6. Address the challenges and potential barriers in the management of hypertension, including medication adherence and the role of multidisciplinary healthcare teams in providing comprehensive care to patients with hypertension.
Course Content
Lecture Sessions
- LIVE EVENT: DAY ONE - Wed 10th July 2024 @ 1600 GMT (4:00 pm) 2 hours
- LIVE EVENT: DAY TWO - Thu 11th July 2024 @ 1600 GMT (4:00 pm) 2 hours
Downloadables
- Agenda GP Masterclass Day 1
- Agenda GP Masterclass Day 2
About Facilitators
- 6 Courses on CES
Dr. Francis Agyekum
MBChB, FGCP, FWACP (Int. Med – Cardiol), Cert (Interv. Cardiol)
Interventional Cardiologist and Lecturer.
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, and the , School Of Medicine & Dentistry, College Of Health Sciences, University Of Ghana, Legon.
Dr. Francis Agyekum is a lecturer with the University of Ghana Medical School, College of Health Sciences, Legon. He is also a Consultant Cardiologist at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. Dr.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr. Yusuf Agboola Zubair
MBBS, MSc, MSMP, FWACP
Consultant Neurologist and Deputy Director of Medical Services
DIA Hospital Asokoro, Abuja, Nigeria.
Dr. Yusuf Agboola Zubair is a Consultant Neurologist and serves as the Deputy Director of Medical Services at DIA Hospital Asokoro in Abuja, Nigeria. In this role, he brings an exceptional blend of clinical expertise, academic prowess, and a steadfast dedication to improving patient outcomes and advancing medical practice.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr. Anthony Kwame Enimil
BSc, MB ChB, MPhil, FGCP, FWACP, Fellow (Epid)
Consultant Paediatrician || Senior Lecturer
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) || Komfo Anokye Hospital, Kumasi
Dr. Anthony Kwame Enimil is a Senior Lecturer in Paediatrics and Child Health at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), where he has made significant contributions to the field of paediatrics through his clinical practice, research, and teaching.
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- 1 Course on CES
Prof. Andrew Enemako Uloko
BM BCh, MD, FMCP, FACE, FRCP
Professor of Medicine
College of Health Sciences, Bayero University Kano Kano, Nigeria
Prof. Andrew Enemako Uloko is a distinguished Professor of Medicine and Endocrinology, currently serving at the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, Bayero University Kano, Nigeria.
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